Join our Board of Directors

The Canadian Mountain Arts Foundation (CMAF) is a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act and is the governing body of artsPlace.

CMAF is governed by a 12 to 15-member Board of Directors. Up to 14 Directors are elected by Members of the Society (CMAF Members) and one Director, a Town of Canmore Councillor, is appointed by Town of Canmore Council on an annual basis.

We are seeking qualified and committed volunteers to join the Canadian Mountain Arts Foundation (artsPlace) Board of Directors or one of our Board committees.

We are currently seeking a volunteer Finance and Audit Committee Member. This is a meaningful opportunity for a senior finance professional to contribute to Canmore’s community arts centre at an important time for the organization. The role is intended to become Treasurer and Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee following the April 2027 AGM.

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The volunteer Board of Directors is at the heart of the charitable work of the Canadian Mountain Arts Foundation and artsPlace in the Bow Valley.

If you are interested in joining the team, please submit an expression of interest, including an up-to-date copy of your CV, by email to board@artsplacecanmore.com stating why you are interested in joining the Board of Directors, your connection to the arts and creativity and the Bow Valley, as well as how your background and experience could best support the work and potential growth of artsPlace.

Thank you in advance for your interest in taking on a larger role in supporting our mandate and vision.

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The Canadian Mountain Arts Foundation (CMAF) is a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act.

In accordance with CMAF Bylaws, A CMAF membership provides for greater involvement in CMAF’s governance structure with the opportunity to vote on motions brought forward at Annual General Meetings and Special Meetings, including but not limited to the election of Board Members and amendments to CMAF Bylaws. It represents membership in the registered society in accordance with CMAF Bylaws.

Membership Requirements:

  • Minimum of 18 years of age 
  • Payment of an annual, non tax-receiptable membership fee of $25 
  • Agreement to abide by CMAF bylaws 
  • Provide CMAF with your full legal name, Bow Valley address, and a valid e-mail address and phone number 

Note: Purchasing an “artsPlace Membership” does not entitle you to CMAF Society Membership voting rights. A “CMAF Membership” must be purchased separately. CMAF Memberships must be purchased a minimum of 45 days in advance of the AGM or Special Meetings in order to receive voting rights at the respective meetings.

  • Your CMAF membership is non-transferable 
  • You will receive e-emails of the Annual General Meeting and Special Meetings as they arise 
  • Votes may be made by Proxy through a designated Board Member

CMAF Membership Policy

CANADIAN MOUNTAIN ARTS FOUNDATION MEMBERSHIP POLICY

PREAMBLE

The Canadian Mountain Arts Foundation (CMAF), a registered society under the Alberta Societies Act, is the governing body of artsPlace.

MEMBERSHIP DEFINITIONS

There are two types of memberships:

• An artsPlace Program Membership: entitles the member to benefits related to artsPlace programs and events.

• A CMAF Membership: represents membership in the registered society in accordance with CMAF Bylaws. It provides the opportunity for greater involvement in CMAF’s governance structure with the opportunity to vote on motions brought forward at Annual General Meetings and Special Meetings.

These are 2 different memberships and are mutually exclusive. Having a CMAF membership does not preclude having an artsPlace membership and vice versa.

CMAF MEMBERSHIP

Annual membership in CMAF is open to any individual over 18 years of age who:

1. Agrees to abide by the CMAF Bylaws in effect;

2. Pays an annual membership fee of $25;

3. Provides to CMAF the following information for the purposes of communicating CMAF Membership information: Name / Mailing Address / Email Address​

CMAF will keep and use personal information with respect to members in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the Alberta Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and the Societies Act.

CMAF will maintain a Register of Members as required by the Societies Act, Section 36. It shall contain information pertaining to each current member, including the name, mailing address, contact email, date when membership commenced, and date when membership ceased.

The annual membership expires one year from the day before the membership was purchased in the prior year. (eg. If the membership was purchased on December 1, 2020, it expires on November 30, 2021). Membership is effective as of the date the annual fee is paid.

A current membership may only be terminated upon the resignation of the member in writing or upon the removal of the member in accordance with CMAF Bylaws. A member whose membership is terminated during a membership year is not entitled to reimbursement of any paid membership fee.

Members shall receive notice of Special Meetings and Annual General Meetings in accordance with CMAF Bylaws.